Using imaginary worlds for real social benefits. Gabriel, S., Green, M. C., Naidu, E., & Paravati, E. The Behavioral and Brain Sciences, 45:e283, November, 2022. doi abstract bibtex We argue that imaginary worlds gain much of their appeal because they fulfill the fundamental need of human beings to feel connected to other humans. Immersion into story worlds provides a sense of social connection to the characters and groups represented in the world. By fulfilling the need to belong, imaginary worlds provide a buffer against rejection and loneliness.
@article{gabriel_using_2022,
title = {Using imaginary worlds for real social benefits},
volume = {45},
issn = {1469-1825},
doi = {10.1017/S0140525X21002181},
abstract = {We argue that imaginary worlds gain much of their appeal because they fulfill the fundamental need of human beings to feel connected to other humans. Immersion into story worlds provides a sense of social connection to the characters and groups represented in the world. By fulfilling the need to belong, imaginary worlds provide a buffer against rejection and loneliness.},
language = {eng},
journal = {The Behavioral and Brain Sciences},
author = {Gabriel, Shira and Green, Melanie C. and Naidu, Esha and Paravati, Elaine},
month = nov,
year = {2022},
keywords = {Emotions, Humans},
pages = {e283},
}
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